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/ 70 days agoUSMNT interested in ex-MLS coach Patrick Vieira
In the wake of a lackluster performance at the Copa America, the USMNT parted ways with head coach Gregg Berhalter, and are now looking to replace him with Patrick Vieira. Dismissing Berhalter came as a response to their disappointing run on home soil; where they finished third in their group, failing to advance to the […]
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/ 70 days ago'Football not as exciting': Ex-Barca star Pique shocks admission
In a bold move that could reshape the future of football, Gerard Pique, the legendary Barcelona and Spain defender, has called for a significant overhaul of the sport’s traditional format in search of exciting action. With a career decorated by immense success, including nine La Liga titles, four Champions League trophies, and a World Cup […]
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/ 70 days agoMadrid great Pepe turns down Brazil return, and with good cause
Real Madrid legend Pepe has made headlines this summer by rejecting an offer to return to Brazil with Serie A side, Vasco da Gama. The 41-year-old former Real Madrid star, who recently concluded a successful five-year stint with Porto, is currently a free agent. As he weighs his options for the next chapter of his […]
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/ 70 days agoInter Miami becomes latest team to show interest in McKennie
United States men's national team star Weston McKennie is now being linked with Inter Miami. The midfielder has been plying his trade in Europe ever since joining Schalke's academy back in 2016. While with the German side, McKennie made a name for himself during three fairly successful seasons. His progress with Schalke earned the midfielder […]
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/ 70 days agoMarcelo Bielsa says Copa America is run by a "plague of liars"
Uruguay head coach Marcelo Bielsa made no secret of his disdain for the organization of the 2024 Copa America. Bielsa, not known as someone to hold his tongue, was furious at the state of the pitches in the United States throughout the competition. The 68-year-old veteran manager recently went on a lengthy rant regarding young […]
TV
/ 70 days agoEuro semifinals are most-watched in US history
FOX has once again posted record-breaking viewership figures for their coverage of Euro 2024. The network previously reported an average of 1.04 million viewers throughout the group stage of the tournament. This narrowly edged America's previous English-language record during the initial phase of the competition in 2012. However, it also represents a 30% increase over […]
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/ 70 days agoAston Villa's shock $65 million deal for Everton midfielder
Aston Villa looks set to complete a surprise move for Everton star Amadou Onana. The defensive midfielder has been previously linked with top Premier League clubs such as Arsenal and Manchester United. Barcelona and Bayern Munich have also shown interest in the Belgium international as well. Nevertheless, Villa now seems to have won the race […]
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/ 71 days agoHow much do national team soccer coaches get paid?
As the summer months continue, much of the attention in the soccer world revolves around national teams. After all, many of the top domestic global leagues are currently in the offseason. As a result, many players, especially around Europe, are now vacationing to recharge their batteries. Other players, particularly the top European and Western Hemisphere […]
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/ 71 days agoHaaland, Palmer set FPL records ahead of 2024/25 season
Official Fantasy Premier League (FPL) player prices are starting to be revealed ahead of the 2024/25 season. FPL is the English top flight's free-to-play fantasy soccer game operated by the Premier League. Launched over 20 years ago, the game is now being played by over 11 million soccer fans across the globe. As a result, […]
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/ 71 days agoSerie A and Italy risk UEFA and FIFA exclusion for bizarre reason
Italian soccer and Serie A are teetering on the brink of a crisis that could see them excluded from FIFA and UEFA competitions following the approval of a controversial amendment. Despite warnings from the highest levels of international soccer, the Italian government passed the amendment with significant changes. However, the threat remains as the amendment […]
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/ 71 days agoSimon Jordan slams MLS as 'abject' and 'bloody awful'
Major League Soccer's place among the top divisions across the globe has been debated for years. The league has certainly come a long way since its debut season in 1996. After all, just 10 total clubs fought for the title that year. Nevertheless, many fans of the sport, particularly from outside of North America, still […]
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/ 71 days agoSergio Ramos plots next step before moving to San Diego
Sergio Ramos has once again left Sevilla, his departure announced by the La Liga club in June. This marks the end of Ramos' second stint with the team, helping Sevilla secure a 14th-place finish. Despite the Rojiblancos' desire to retain him, the 38-year-old chose to move on mainly due to the club's challenging sporting and […]
Copa America 2024
/ 71 days agoMessi makes decision on 2028 Copa America availability
At the 2024 Copa America, Argentina and Lionel Messi have shown time and over again how dominant they are. They are solidifying their position as one of the world's best teams by building on their past successes. The Argentine team has gone undefeated throughout the competition, helping them reach the final despite doubts over Messi's […]
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/ 71 days agoUSMNT risk missing out on top option to replace Berhalter
USMNT fired Gregg Berhalter, sparking a search for a new manager less than two years before the 2026 World Cup. Now apparently, sporting director Matt Crocker will lead the hunt for a new coach. He emphasized that this search would be more targeted compared to previous ones. "I'll be more inclined to go hard and […]
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/ 71 days agoCONMEBOL's plan for security in wake of Copa America brawl
CONMEBOL, South America's soccer governing body, has launched an investigation following a violent altercation between Uruguay players and Colombian fans at the end of their Copa America semifinal match on Wednesday. After Colombia's 1-0 victory in Charlotte, videos surfaced showing Uruguay players climbing into the stands and clashing with opposition fans. Notable players involved included […]